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Discover the latest stories from our partners and the impact your generous donation is making for people and planet. And read our views on the issues facing our environment and the communities we work with.
DOUBLE your impact for people and planet this Christmas!
Support Uganda’s indigenous Batwa community to plant trees and create lasting change today. For one week only, all donations will be generously matched by the Big Give. That's DOUBLE the impact for people and planet this festive season.
Plant trees to restore Bwindi Forest
In the heart of south-western Uganda, lies Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. A lush green sanctuary with over 160 tree species and nearly half of the world’s endangered mountain gorillas.
How farmers in Western Kenya are transforming their lives through trees
Meet, Margaret, Miriam and Judith, smallholder farmers from Kisembe sub-location who are planting trees to build a more sustainable future and inspiring others do the same.
Planting trees for elephants and people alike
In Meru County, Kenya, Dorothy Naitore stands proudly amongst tree saplings. She explains how new trees are being planted in her homeland, and the benefits they bring.
A beacon of hope for communities in Tharaka Nithi County
A key element of this project is the creation of tree nurseries where local residents can grow native and threatened tree species.
Grow a greener future with Plantober
In the UK, we desperately need more native trees. If you’re looking for a way to make a positive impact on the environment, join us this October for Plantober!
The unsung heroes of forest restoration
In Dundori Forest, Kenya, a group of dedicated tree scouts are earnestly monitoring, watering and protecting newly planted trees.
A community-led effort to restore and protect Dundori Forest
How we're supporting local community forest associations and self-help groups in Nakuru County Kenya to restore and protect Dundori Forest.
How stoves can be a gamechanger for women in rural communities
Collecting the firewood is an arduous task. Women and girls can spend hours each day on it. For some, this chore is at the expense of school and an education.
Healing Mutuluni Forest
The ever increasing demand for charcoal is devastating Kenya’s beautiful Mutuluni Forest. But thanks to brilliant trees like the neem tree, the local community is fixing it.
Healing in the Outdoors
The Healing in the Outdoors project is making a positive impact in the lives of refugees and asylum seekers in Oxfordshire.
Meet Fiona Fouhy, ITF's Artist of the Year
Fiona's work captures the feeling of being in a forest. Read on to find out about her artistic process and inspiration.
Help make Oxfordshire greener with our Garden Tree Giveaway
We're giving away free native trees (and hedging) to local residents across Oxfordshire. With your support, we can engage and inspire more people to plant trees for a greener, healthier and more sustainable future.
Meet Edwin Mwiti
Meet Edwin Mwiti, ITF’s Africa GIS Officer. His role ensures that our trees are planted in the best possible way so that they grow and thrive for generations.
Planting for a greener future: AWEI’s impact on the community
In Western Uganda, AWEI is making making strides towards a greener future by planting thousands of trees, while also educating and supporting farmers to implement sustainable agricultural practices.
Youth led restoration of Kenya’s drylands
Read how the Trees Challenge 2023 project is supporting young students across Kenya’s drylands to plant the right trees, in the right places.
Riccall Woodmeadow
In the countryside village of Riccall, is a wood meadow that is specifically designed to offer local residents a serene sanctuary to unwind from the daily grind.
Discover how trees support biodiversity
Planting trees like Fever Tree can help protect our planet's biodiversity for future generations.
Be a part of the solution this Earth Day
With Earth Day just around the corner, there’s no better time to make a positive impact on our planet. Together we can plant trees that enrich our soils and safeguard biodiversity, like in our project in Central Kenya. 🌳🌍
Uganda’s green agents of change
In Mbale District, Uganda, we’re supporting rural women to advance gender equity and build resilient futures that are fuelled by healthy and productive landscapes.
Donate today to plant trees, restore forests and transform lives.
Your support makes a world of difference to our planet, thank you.